How is it in low light? It doesn't look like it has any type of "night vision" features, or IR illumination. Does it do well in low light? Does anyone know if it would work to add a separate IR light source? My goal is to use it as a baby monitor, which means it needs to work even when the room is dark. We currently have a traditional monitor with built in IR for nighttime and it works well. Hoping to replicate that. How is it in low light? It doesn't look like it has any type of "night vision" features, or IR illumination. Does it do well in low light? Does anyone know if it would work to add a... » Read More How is it in low light? It doesn't look like it has any type of "night vision" features, or IR illumination. Does it do well in low light? Does anyone know if it would work to add a separate IR light source? My goal is to use it as a baby monitor, which means it needs to work even when the room is dark. We currently have a traditional monitor with built in IR for nighttime and it works well. Hoping to replicate that. « Show Less
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I can confirm that its not good with low light even though the specifications states up to 1 lux. I have a rather bright night light in the baby's room and the camera feedback is black.
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I'm looking for this for a "granny" monitor - to watch (with his very informed permission) my 95 year old Dad who is living alone 3,000 miles away. I almost exclusively want to be able to check on him at night to make sure he's in bed, not lying on the floor! He keeps a probably 40-60 watt lamp on in the bedroom, so it is low light, not no light, and definitely more than a nightlight illumination. Would this camera work for that? thanks for any info, opinions.-- Amy
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It has a setting called color night vision. In low light, the image is grainy. In total darkness, you will not get a picture. Hope this helps.
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This camera does very well in low light, but it is not IR. Infra Red cameras can see people in pitch black, so perhaps find a "Foscam" one if you really need it.
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While on vacation recently I used the device (on a timer) in a room with a lamp (also on a timer). The lamp was at the back of the room, Fake TV at the front. The Fake TV still looked good from outside. Other reviewers say that the room must be completely dark if you wish to use the "timer" on the device. I found it more useful to put the Fake TV on a regular timer so that I could adjust the on-off times and also have a lamp in the background. This option seemed more realistic to me.
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If you're asking about the night vision on the screen, it's very clear, but when you have the screen on to view it, it's fairly bright in your room (I just turn off the visual when I'm sleeping, and turn it on to check what's going on if I hear a noise). If you're asking about whether the camera emits light when it's on at night in the baby's room, no it doesn't. The only light the camera emits is a little green "on" LED, and it's not bright.
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Yes it works great as a baby monitor, but it does not display continously, you can view for a certain period of time and then it asks if you want to continue... I use it as a monitor for when I go out and leave my kid with someone else. Also, you can program it to send an e-mail everytime something moves...
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Night vs day viewing will be a challenge and if what you are really seeing is the reflection of the IR lights when it is dark outside this is not a fault with the camera. You can try adjusting the angle of the camera, making it so it is not straight on to the window with the IR. I have noted when the IR is on, and there is a light source also shining into the lens that the glare can occur - I just turn off IR at that point. I will say however that trying to use the camera inside to view out unless the lens is right against the glass...not a good idea - mount an outdoor camera, or this one inside the available outdoor dome enclosure. Good luck. Night vs day viewing will be a challenge and if what you are really seeing is the reflection of the IR lights when it is dark outside this is not a fault with the camera. You can try adjusting the angle of the camera, making it so it is not straight on to the window with the IR. I have noted when the IR is on, and there is a light source also shining into the lens that the glare can occur - I just turn off IR at that point. I will say however that trying to use the camera inside to view out unless the lens is right against the glass...not a good idea - mount an outdoor camera, or this one... » Read More Night vs day viewing will be a challenge and if what you are really seeing is the reflection of the IR lights when it is dark outside this is not a fault with the camera. You can try adjusting the angle of the camera, making it so it is not straight on to the window with the IR. I have noted when the IR is on, and there is a light source also shining into the lens that the glare can occur - I just turn off IR at that point. I will say however that trying to use the camera inside to view out unless the lens is right against the glass...not a good idea - mount an outdoor camera, or this one inside the available outdoor dome enclosure. Good luck. « Show Less
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Yeah, we have some Speco cams that have invisible IR lights. So they are not visible at night. It seems the invisible IR lights are getting harder and harder to find these days.
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Close to a mirror image for day. By night the IR really is not effective. My brake & backup lights help augment a little for darkness. The IR Blasters that come on the unit just create optical distortion. Good unit for the price I guess, I've seen better ones go for $150 and upwards. Good luck.
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It is pretty clear during the day time and in color. You do have to make sure that the camera is lined up high and the lens centered. Otherwise, if your baby is all over the place. You may not see them. Night time vision is fairly dark, but you can still see if they are awake or not. Their little eyes look like a deer in the headlights! Overall. I am very happy with mine.
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I have it in my apartment. It does work well in low light and the quality is excellent. I am in law enforcement and I think for the price, this is an excellent product. I highly recommend this product.
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It provides an adequate amount of light, I do not have access to a light meter, however it was bright enough to see images clearly with good contrast etc in a room with lights on. The problem I have with it is that the projector does not recognize the lamp properly so it creates a constant repeating beep that has to do with a thermal sensor according to Epson. When it first turns on it actually creates a low beep that sounds kind of like an alarm, then it goes to a beep that is repeated every few seconds after that. It does not appear to make the beep when you have it in Normal mode and not in ECO mode. It provides an adequate amount of light, I do not have access to a light meter, however it was bright enough to see images clearly with good contrast etc in a room with lights on. The problem I have with it is that the projector does not recognize the lamp properly so it creates a constant repeating beep that has to do with a thermal sensor according to Epson. When it first turns on it actually creates a low beep that sounds kind of like an alarm, then it goes to a beep that is repeated every few seconds after that. It does not appear to make the beep when you have it in Normal mode and not... » Read More It provides an adequate amount of light, I do not have access to a light meter, however it was bright enough to see images clearly with good contrast etc in a room with lights on. The problem I have with it is that the projector does not recognize the lamp properly so it creates a constant repeating beep that has to do with a thermal sensor according to Epson. When it first turns on it actually creates a low beep that sounds kind of like an alarm, then it goes to a beep that is repeated every few seconds after that. It does not appear to make the beep when you have it in Normal mode and not in ECO mode. « Show Less
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Yes this does have night vision, or what is called NightShot infrared mode for lowlight shooting.The only problem that I had with this camcorder was when I played some old tapes that I have to see what was on them; when I first played them I had picture and sound, then when I played a different tape I had no picture or sound. I talked to a friend who works with video and TV, he said to play a tape from start to finish and keep doing it until there is a picture. I played the tape two times and then played one of my old tapes and the picture and sound was great. I am now very happy with this camcorder. Yes this does have night vision, or what is called NightShot infrared mode for lowlight shooting.The only problem that I had with this camcorder was when I played some old tapes that I have to see what was on them; when I first played them I had picture and sound, then when I played a different tape I had no picture or sound. I talked to a friend who works with video and TV, he said to play a tape from start to finish and keep doing it until there is a picture. I played the tape two times and then played one of my old tapes and the picture and sound was great. I am now very happy with... » Read More Yes this does have night vision, or what is called NightShot infrared mode for lowlight shooting.The only problem that I had with this camcorder was when I played some old tapes that I have to see what was on them; when I first played them I had picture and sound, then when I played a different tape I had no picture or sound. I talked to a friend who works with video and TV, he said to play a tape from start to finish and keep doing it until there is a picture. I played the tape two times and then played one of my old tapes and the picture and sound was great. I am now very happy with this camcorder. « Show Less
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Sounds like you are having trouble with the night vision IR. Call zmodo 800 line. They are very good. Sounds to me like the camera may have been damaged in shipping or something. It should definitely see in the dark.
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I don't have the same camera. My camera was purchased for HD night recording only and has to have an infrared light in order to use in the dark. The camera works with it in any setting it has. If your camera has a night vision mode that is what would probably work the best. I wish I could be more help to you.
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It works ok at night. If you want to see clearly you may need to either buy a ptz camera that has IR illuminaters built in, or buy a IR spot to light up the area you need to see the most clearly at night.
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I have bought this unit on this amazon so I think I got the US version. As far as the night light goes, it doesnt give a lot of light at all, more light you can get from a fire fly from 3 miles away. Lullabies are ok, but I dont use them at all because when they are playing you can not hear babies making noises. This unit has a talk button so you can calm you baby and it gives a good sound on the main unit.Now the main thing. I LOVE this unit . It gave me and my wife a piece of mind because the previous one , Fishers Price , was making a lot of static and you couldnt hear anything. I am highly recomending this for you to buy. Belive me , you wont regret it. I have bought this unit on this amazon so I think I got the US version. As far as the night light goes, it doesnt give a lot of light at all, more light you can get from a fire fly from 3 miles away. Lullabies are ok, but I dont use them at all because when they are playing you can not hear babies making noises. This unit has a talk button so you can calm you baby and it gives a good sound on the main unit.Now the main thing. I LOVE this unit . It gave me and my wife a piece of mind because the previous one , Fishers Price , was making a lot of static and you couldnt hear anything. I... » Read More I have bought this unit on this amazon so I think I got the US version. As far as the night light goes, it doesnt give a lot of light at all, more light you can get from a fire fly from 3 miles away. Lullabies are ok, but I dont use them at all because when they are playing you can not hear babies making noises. This unit has a talk button so you can calm you baby and it gives a good sound on the main unit.Now the main thing. I LOVE this unit . It gave me and my wife a piece of mind because the previous one , Fishers Price , was making a lot of static and you couldnt hear anything. I am highly recomending this for you to buy. Belive me , you wont regret it. « Show Less
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What's low light? And compare to what? I used it at night on my car and it is good for my needs. I used it in hi resolution. At night with no light you see movement but no details. Later On I will compare it to my camera...but I bought to have on my car and I am happy. I used 32 gb and las for a couple of hrs in hi resolution.